M&G 2026 Makers Market–Apply Now!
M&G’s 9th Annual Makers Market takes place during the Centennial Homecoming events on the campus of Bob Jones University. This all-day, indoor fair is hosted in and around the Welcome Center on the Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 10AM-4PM. And, it is open to the public to enjoy!
Because the Market is part of the university’s Homecoming, all the art, foods, creations, and designs are made by BJU grads, current and former faculty/staff, and current and former students. The Makers come from around the country and feature a variety of items including handmade cards, artisan chocolates, functional pottery, illustrations, watercolor paintings, scented candles, jewelry, pet treats, clever fiber art, gluten free delights, woodworking, calligraphy, gourmet popcorn and more!
If you’re interested in being a Maker, please follow the process outlined below:
Application Process:
Artists (and craftsmen, artisans, illustrators, designers, jewelers, bakers, etc.) interested in participating must apply and submit images online beginning 8AM Monday, June 1 through Midnight Sunday, June 21.
- Remember: since this is during Homecoming on the campus of Bob Jones University, applicants are limited to current/former faculty and staff, BJU graduates, and current/former BJU students.
- There is an application fee of $25.
- Market applications are required to participate and only received during the 3-week time period stated! Please apply before midnight on Sunday, June 21.
- Before applying, please reference these resources: FAQs and Before You Apply.
- These are the submission categories: 2D Fine Art, 3D Fine Art, To Wear, Paper Goods, Fiber Art, and Everything Else.
- If you know someone that fits the criteria to participate, please share this webpage with them.
Current BJU Students apply HERE.
All Other Makers apply HERE.
Maker Selection Process
Following the closure of the application portal on June 21, a jury of BJU grads will review all submissions anonymously and choose which artists will participate in the Market in the following categories: 2D Fine Art, 3D Fine Art, To Wear, Paper Goods, Fiber Art, and Everything Else.
- Once the jury makes its choices based on quality, price point, and variety, M&G will contact the chosen Makers to accept their admission and pay their booth fee to participate.
Public Announcement of 2026 Makers
M&G will announce the participating Makers on our Facebook and Instagram accounts, on our website, and via email in August. Saturday, November 14, 2026 will be M&G’s 9th annual Makers Market.
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